| Region of production: | Chianti Classico |
| Winery Location: | Panzano, Greve, Florence |
| Year Established: | 1967 |
Vineyard Holdings
30 ha
Top Wines Produced
- Chianti Classico: 100% Sangiovese. Aged one year in large old botti.
- Chianti Classico Riserva: 100% Sangiovese. Aged 22 months in a mix of botti and tonneaux.
- Cortaccio Toscana IGP: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged 18 months in new and used French barriques and tonneaux.
- San Martino Toscana IGP: 100% Sangiovese. Aged 18 months in new and used French barriques and tonneaux.
- Cafaggio line: Seven wines new to the estate in 2013, consisting of Chianti Classico, Chianti Classico Riserva, and single-vineyard Toscana IGP wines.
Average Total Production
- 360,000 bottles
Summary
Villa Cafaggio is nestled within the Conca d’Oro of Panzano and enjoys long, full days of sun. The estate was owned by the Benedictine monks in the 15th century, then passed through the hands of several families, including the Farkas family, who renovated the cellars and replanted the vineyards in 1967. Today, Villa Cafaggio is owned by financial holding company Istituto Atesino di Sviluppo S.p.A.
Style & Vinification Techniques
Wines are fermented in stainless steel vats with temperature control. A mix of cultured and ambient yeasts is used. All of the wines are made with a single grape variety—no blends are produced.
Producer Website: Villa Cafaggio